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GU08 HLF

2008 Toyota Avensis

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,655 mi
Last recorded135,655 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Toyota Avensis88,180 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 HLF
MakeToyota
ModelAvensis
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 29 Jan 2026 135,655 miles

vehicle underbody and suspension corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2025 131,755 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 128,732 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 124,287 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jan 2022 120,475 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

under body and suspension corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2021 117,124 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 113,759 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 107,599 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 103,422 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 98,016 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2016 90,473 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 82,378 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 72,894 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 28 Dec 2012 62,114 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2012 52,855 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 40,094 miles

How Reliable is the Toyota Avensis?

Based on 3,497,866 MOT tests across 274,257 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
7,477
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
274,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 106,316
position lamp(s) not working 82,254
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 59,558
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49,676
Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,472
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GU08 HLF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2008 Toyota Avensis models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 88,180 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Toyota Avensis fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 106,316 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GU08 HLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Toyota Avensis typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Toyota Avensis is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GU08 HLF registered?

GU08 HLF is a 2008 Toyota Avensis, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is GU08 HLF safe to buy?

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